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Meet Deb MacKenzie

  • Master of Music/Piano Performance and Pedagogy

My name is Deb MacKenzie, and I teach in the Music Department at Ripon College, as well as accompany all ensembles, juries and recitals. I have degrees from the University of Iowa (B.M. Music/Music Therapy) and UW-Madison (M.M. Piano Performance and Pedagogy). I enjoy watching students progress in their fields of study, and love watching their growth. I am married with four children, a son-in-law and a grandson.


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I'm excited to be the Faculty Advisor for Mu Phi Epsilon, a co-ed international, music fraternity.

Briefly tell us about a significant experience you’ve had at Ripon.

I’m excited to be the Faculty Advisor for Mu Phi Epsilon, a co-ed international, music fraternity.

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Always be flexible.

Three words that best describe your teaching style.

Always be flexible.

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I worked as a nanny in New York City for summers during my undergrad studies.

What is something your students would be surprised to learn about you?

I worked as a nanny in New York City for summers during my undergrad studies.



Recent News Updates

Jessica Jensen, left, and Deb MacKenzie

Jessica Jensen, Deb MacKenzie to present faculty recital April 23

A recital with Adjunct Professor of Music Jessica Jensen, trumpet, and Visiting Instructor of Music Deb MacKenzie, piano, will be presented Saturday, April 23, at […]

Deb MacKenzie at piano, Erin Bryan singing

Bryan, MacKenzie perform online recital for art song festival

Assistant Professor of Music Erin Bryan, soprano, and Visiting Instructor of Music Deb MacKenzie, piano, were invited to present a recital as part of the […]

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Students to present musical recital Tuesday morning

Students of the Ripon College Department of Music will perform a recital Tuesday, Dec. 3. The performance will begin at 11:15 a.m. in Demmer Recital […]